Bigger is Definitely Better in Digital Display Screens

For many visitors to InfoComm 2012, the major trade show for the digital equipment and audio-visual solutions industry, large digital screens were the break-out sensation of the show.

Business buyers and visitors alike were amazed at the growing size of display screens for various applications. No longer are 30-40 inch screens adequate for company lobby areas, boardrooms, university classrooms and government centers. Now, the forthcoming standard in digital screens looks to be those in the 70-100 inch digital displays.

Both Sharp and Samsung introduced large digital displays at the InfoComm 2012 show in Las Vegas. Sharp released a 90-inch LED digital screen and Samsung came out with a 75-inch screen of its own. These screens, both list priced around $10,000, are seen as the next step in audio-visual solutions for the increasingly screen-centric industry.

Industry analysts point out that these massive LCD screens might eventually replace projectors for many applications that show images onto large areas. This could be a business boon for many audio-visual systems integrators that offer LED and LCD technology equipment and services to restaurants, nightclubs, faith institutions and company conference rooms.

The industry is getting excited about TV technology. Over 15 percent of attendees say TV technology is “the most exciting technology you see on the horizon,” according to a small open-ended survey of integrators attending the CE Pro 100 and Commercial Integrator summits.

Some of the benefits of these large-scale TV screens over projectors include not having bulbs and lamps to change; no maintenance of filters; effectiveness in certain light conditions, and they also fit in spaces that projectors might not. In most cases, adding a large digital display will depend on the application.

From retail to restaurants, conference rooms to information displays, applications for digital signage continue to grow. They simply are a versatile piece of an organization’s operations. Digital displays help to inform customers of deals and promotions; can be used as digital wallpaper to bring a space to life or can help generate revenue by use within an advertising network.

One of the new mid-size digital displays is the Samsung P50HP LCD display. This vertical-horizontal display shows company images, HD video and more with great expression. Its Set Back Box (SBB) feature allows for effective expandability, while the built-in network module provides for easier control and overall management. Plus, the SBB option adds to the wide variety of functional support, either via a digital network or a TV system.

You can use more than one Samsung LCD display to build an amazing wall of visual stimulation. A video wall processor built into every Samsung LFD (Large Format Display) allows you to create impressive video walls in configurations from 1 x 5 to 5 x 5. Plus, depending on your images and visuals, the Samsung LFD can be configured either to a vertical or horizontal position to best suit your needs. There’s also a built-in cooling fan.

As the world becomes more visual and less text-oriented, it’s time to start speaking in sight concepts. Contact your leading AV reseller of digital audio-visual equipment, systems integration and AV installation practices for more information on digital display solutions and other major manufacturers’ audio-visual equipment offerings.

One of the best examples of CCS Presentation Systems’ work with our district is the integrated system they designed for our Governing Board Room. CCS took the time to understand our needs and they came up with an innovative and highly professional solution. The results are outstanding.

Jeff HolderAlhambra Elementary School District

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John LynchMedical Professional Associates of Phoenix

Kent Duffy, elaborates on the district’s selection of CCS as the provider of presentation equipment and services. “Competitive pricing is only the beginning of MCCD requirements. Over the past three years, CCS provided 80 projectors and built 12 teacher workstations. The number of installations overwhelmed many of the potential bidders for our projector business. CCS is one of the few companies with the skill and the resources to successfully tackle a challenge such as the 23 installations they completed in less than 90 days.”Duffy was equally enthusiastic about CCS Presentation Systems from a service viewpoint, “Our CCS account representative does more than respond to questions or requests. I receive regular courtesy calls just to confirm my continued satisfaction. Value-added services like extended factory warranties or the rapid replacement of key equipment becomes part of the total service package we enjoy with CCS.

Kent DuffyMaricopa County Community College

I have had the pleasure of knowing Rian since 1999 and have worked with him on all our audio/visual needs, including design, integration, and installation of our corporate boardroom, office and home theatre systems. Rian is without a doubt the most knowledgeable, accomplished and experienced professional in the audio/visual technology industry that I have ever encountered. Rian has always demonstrated quality and professionalism in his dealings with our company.

Robert T. EgletMainor Eglet Cottle

We are a very large real estate developer and CCS brought to us this idea of, what we call a megawall. It is four 60″ plasma display screens and stands 7 feet tall. We have seven other LCD monitors around the room with speakers above them. The system is activated when you step on a pressure sensitive pad in the carpet. The system is totally amazing. CCS Presentation Systems answered all of our questions and were responsive to our needs. Working with CCS was a very good experience from the beginning to the very end. They didn’t leave me hanging once and I appreciate that.

Lynn HalkLakewood Ranch

I was incredibly pleased with the installation. I have purchased a great deal of equipment for the library from a wide variety of companies, and your team at CCS is the best I’ve ever dealt with. The guys did such a great job on the install and answered all of my many questions. I can’t tell you how impressed our staff is with the new system and install; my library schedule is filling up fast with teachers who are anxious to use the new system. I am extremely happy with everything and will certainly continue to recommend you to our staff.

Sara NielsenDowney Unified School District

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